Natural Bridges Santa Cruz

Natural Bridges State Beach

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(862) · Park in Santa Cruz, United States
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Discover the natural beauty of Scotts Valley at Natural Bridges State Park, a 63.1-acre oasis that offers a picturesque setting for walkers and runners. …

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Nov 12, 2024
Very beautiful beach with many different rock formations (e.g. bridges) in a wonderful natural landscape. Ideal for walks. Full review by Navigator01327622646
Oct 26, 2024
This is a very interesting place. The scenery was fantastic and the tide pools are fun for the kids. The beach scene is not bad. Full review by cHaOs1977
Sep 27, 2024
We spent hours on the boardwalk. We saw a few monarchs but the variety of birds was so fun to capture. If you’re a birder you’ll love this area. Full review by scotttimkim
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The Natural Bridges State Beach is a good place to take a much deserved break from your daily life and just slow down. The beach and it…
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Natural Bridges State Beach is a 65-acre (26 ha) California state park in Santa Cruz, California in the United States. The park featu…
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Natural Bridges State Beach is a wonderful place to photograph located in Santa Cruz off of West Cliff Drive. This is a great place to practi…
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Natural Bridges State Beach is a 65-acre California state park in Santa Cruz, California, in the United States. The park features a natura…
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Best for: sunrise; sunset; surfing; swimming
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At low tide, comb tide pools for sea stars and sea anemones
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Also be sure to arrive before 9-10 am
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It is free to access, but if you want to park in the State Beach lots, there is a day-use fee of $10
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Expect to see monarch butterflies if you come in the winter
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The best time to shoot this spot is at sunrise due to the sun risng in the east directly behind the formation making for an awesome photo
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Guided tours of the butterfly preserve take place on weekends during the fall and winter
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Docent-led butterfly tours are available on weekends through January
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The park provides innumerable opportunities for hiking, swimming, scenic walks and thrilling surf rides
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Behind the sand are the tables and grills, sheltered by trees, perfect in summer
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Tidepools offer a glimpse of sea stars, crabs, sea anemones, and other colorful ocean critters
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Entrance free
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Travelers recommend stopping at the free 20-minute parking lot to take in the view and snap a few photos
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The park is open from 8am to sunset every day of the week
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The modern park is managed by the state and is a wonderful destination for adults and families
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Natural bridges state beach is a great place to unwind near the bohemian surfer town of santa cruz
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Be sure that you keep your eyes out for any butterflies
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With tables and benches, grills and a toilet, from where you can take a stroll in the forest
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